G6:9 Foundation players in a team huddle
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2027 Ghana College Showcase, 31 Jan to 6 Feb, Accra

Talent is everywhere.
Opportunity is not.

Free regional trials, full U.S. scholarships and lifelong mentoring, grounded in Christian faith and character.

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Where G6:9 Foundation alumni have played and studied
About G6:9 Foundation

We use sport to connect talented young people from underserved communities to education, mentorship, skills and career opportunities.

Our story
Young players at a G6:9 Foundation trial in GhanaGhana
Young players at a G6:9 Foundation showcase in BrazilBrazil
12
showcases in 4 countries
1,000+
young people reached
Scholarships
25

full scholarships to U.S. colleges. 11 alumni are studying there right now.

Scholarship value
$1M+

in verified scholarships awarded to G6:9 Foundation alumni.

Graduates
7

graduates, all now working. Four have earned master's degrees.

Professional football
4

professional footballers, from the MLS SuperDraft to the USL.

How G6:9 Foundation works

One entry point.
Multiple pathways.

We don't only identify talent. We walk with young people from discovery to opportunity, and equip them to open doors for others.

Regional trial on a sandy pitchStep 1
DiscoverFree regional trials find overlooked talent through trusted grassroots relationships.
A coach and players working through tactics on a boardStep 2
DevelopCoaching, academic readiness, character and faith.
A briefing session for players and familiesStep 3
PrepareRecords verified, eligibility checked, families guided through every step.
U.S. college coaches watching at the 2026 showcaseStep 4
ConnectFree access to credible college, scholarship and career pathways.
Moses Mensah, a G6:9 Foundation alumnus, speaking to young playersStep 5
MultiplyAlumni return to mentor, lead and open doors for the next generation.
Two routes forward: a U.S. college scholarship, or skills and careers at home.Explore the pathway

Follow a journey
College coaches on the sideline
Next showcase2027 Ghana College Showcase, 31 Jan to 6 Feb, AccraCoaches, please RSVP by 31 October 2026.
For coachesFor players and families
On the road now2027 regional trials
Free for every young person. Open to ages 17 to 21 who are in or have finished senior high school, and have sat WASSCE, are sitting it this year, or are at university.
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What your gift makes possible

We never charge a young person to take part. Your gift covers the cost instead.

$50Feeds one participant for showcase weekMeals, hydration and nutrition
$500Sponsors one participantParticipation, housing, materials and mentoring
$3,000Sends one young person to collegeNCAA eligibility, visa costs and flights
G6:9 Foundation players in a huddle, arms around each other
Our name
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”
Galatians 6:9

Faith shapes how we mentor and what we hope for every young person. Every young person is welcome, whatever they believe.

Read our statement of faith